Median Income
$63,376
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$275,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.7%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,055
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.4%
48% lower than US avg
How Show Low Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population11,913
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density182/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,376
Per Capita$35,400
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$2,397M
Commute19 min
Housing
A
Home Value$275,000
Rent$1,055
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$432,521
Health
Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation6,352 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.7%
High School+94.6%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute19 min
EV Stations5
Libraries9
Is Show Low a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Show Low receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Show Low offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Show Low is $63,376, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Show Low is $275,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Show Low experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Show Low has a population of 11,913 with a density of 182 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 5% Hispanic, 1.3% Asian.
Population
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.0% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.0% |
| 33% below US avg |
The median household income in Show Low is $63,376, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,376 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,400 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,090 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,582 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,138 |
| County GDP | $2,397M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Healthcare | 139 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,723 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.35% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
The median home value in Show Low is $275,000, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $432,521.
Home Values
| Census Median | $275,000 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $432,521 |
| Median List Price | $561,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $561,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $310 |
| Homes Sold | 14 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.4% |
| Price Drops | 14.4% |
| Inventory | 132 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,055 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,375 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,723 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.35% |
In Show Low, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Show Low vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.8% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.1% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.2% |
| Premature Death | 19,407/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
Crime Rates: Show Low vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Show Low has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.7 inches |
| 59% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,352 ft (1,936 m) |
| Area | 65.5 sq mi (169.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 182/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2651°N, 110.0383°W |
| County FIPS | 04007 |